frame errors in ifconfig output?

[David Bandel]

On 6/16/06, Net Llama! <netllama at linux-sxs.org> wrote:
> I've googled a bit on this, and I'm not coming up with any clear
> explanations.  Does anyone know what could cause frame errors in ifconfig
> output?  While we're at it, can someone explain what could cause all the
> other types of errors ('errors', overrruns, carrier)?

errors: (sum total of all errors)
dropped:  self-explanatory
overruns: not self-explanatory -- card that keeps transmitting when it
should shut up (said to jabber) -- frames are too big
frame/carrier:  ethernet frames.  IP travels inside (and inside the IP
packet is normally TCP or UDP). This is damage to the frame itself (or
loss of carrier)
collisions:  exactly what it says (usually causes runts or short
packets).  You'll often see frame errors with wireless (interference,
RF distortion from too loud or too soft signals).

Search for Ethernet: The Definitive Guide -- may give you better results.

Ciao,

David A. Bandel
-- 
Focus on the dream, not the competition.
            - Nemesis Air Racing Team motto